Save the Children USA

Save the Children envisions a world in which every child is ensured the right to survival, protection, development and participation as set forth in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Save the Children USA is the leading independent organization that creates real and lasting change for children in need in the United States and around the world, invites application from qualified and experienced candidates for its Life and Livelihood Project. This PepsiCo funded 3 year project is focused on improving Child Health, Nutrition and Household Food Security.

1.      Deputy Program Manager- L&L (01 position based in Bhola)

This position is responsible for the overall programmatic management of district level interventions including planning, implementation, coordination, documentation, monitoring and evaluation. The person will be responsible for budget and staff management in addition to representing SC at various forums. Minimum requirements: Master degree in any relevant subject, 07 years of working experience with 4 years in program management, hands on experience in partnership management, excellent budget and staff supervision skills and proficiency in computer are essential requirements for the position. Working experience in livelihood and/or nutrition interventions will be preferred.

2.      Senior Program Officer- SAM Study ((01 position based in Bhola)

This position is responsible for the overall management and coordination of the SAM (Severe Acute Malnutrition) study at the district level in terms of planning, implementation, monitoring and providing technical support. The person will supervise the study team in addition to liasioning with relevant stakeholders. Minimum requirements: Master degree in any relevant subject, 05 years of working experience with 3 years in public health field, hands on experience in capacity building especially on curriculum development, excellent coordination, data management and interpersonal communication skills are essential requirements for the position. Working experience in Operations Research will be preferred.

SC-USA offers very attractive and competitive salary and benefit packages. Candidates meeting the above requirements should send their Bio-Data mentioning two names of professional references along with a cover letter to The Director - HRD&M, Save the Children USA, House No. IA(2), Road No. 91, Gulshan-2, Dhaka -1212 by March 01, 2009. Applicants are requested to go through and understand the SC Child Safety policy before applying. Pls. visit www.vacancy.somee.com. Only short listed candidates will be invited for interview. Please write the position applied for at the top of the envelope. Women are especially encouraged to apply.